Transportation

Good news: Getting to The Bend is easy. South Bend and Mishawaka are in the heart of the Great Lakes region between Chicago, Detroit, Columbus and Indianapolis.

We’re just 10 miles south of the Michigan State line and easily accessible from the Indiana Toll Road. U.S. highways 6, 20 and 31 all lead to South Bend. State Roads 2, 4, 23, 104, 331 and 933 do the same.

South Bend International Airport is one of the busiest airports in Indiana. It is serviced by five airlines with direct flights to 17 destinations. By flying South Bend International, you are one connection from anywhere.

You can also visit The Bend via train. The South Shore is an electric train line that connects South Bend International Airport to downtown Chicago with stops throughout Northwest Indiana. Amtrak also connects South Bend to major cities like Toledo, Cleveland, Pittsburgh, New York, Boston and Washington D.C.

Getting Here
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